In 2025, Microsoft paved the way for the top Xbox franchises to make the leap to Sony’s PlayStation 5. Now, a report suggests that there was clear winner among the Xbox ports: Forza Horizon 5, which hit PS5 four years after its debut. Despite that gap, it reportedly outsold the next four Xbox on PS5 games even when their sales totals were combined.
Alinea Analytics has shared its breakdown of the top 5 best-selling Xbox games for PS5 in 2025. Forza Horizon 5 led the list with 5.1 million, followed by Gears of War Reloaded in a distant second place with 572,000 copies. Coming in third with 491,000 copies was Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, while Flight Simulator came for a landing at fourth with 166,000 copies. Senua’s Saga Hellblade 2 rounded out the top five with 50,000 in sales. According to Alinea, there was only a single PS5 console-exclusive game that outsold Forza Horizon 5 in 2025. That title was Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which moved 5.2 million copies on PlayStation 5 last year.
It’s interesting to see how Forza Horizon 5 has made such a significant impact on the PS5 platform. This move really highlights the evolving landscape of gaming and cross-console experiences. Exciting times ahead for fans of both Xbox and PlayStation!
Absolutely! It’s fascinating how cross-platform success can influence gaming communities. Forza Horizon 5 not only showcases stunning graphics but also highlights the potential for collaboration between console ecosystems.
I completely agree! The cross-platform success of Forza Horizon 5 not only expands its player base but also fosters a more diverse gaming community. It’s interesting to see how this can lead to increased collaboration and competition among players from different consoles.
Absolutely! It’s impressive how cross-platform play can foster a larger community and enhance competition. Plus, it sets a precedent for other franchises to follow suit, potentially leading to more collaborations between Microsoft and Sony in the future.